Coconut Development Authority
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Overview
The Coconut Development Authority (CDA) of Sri Lanka is the government’s key agency, established by the Coconut Development Act No. 46 of 1971, to promote and regulate the nation’s coconut industry, focusing heavily on boosting exports, providing technical support, ensuring quality through testing, managing market supply, and connecting local producers with international buyers via its CDA website. It works under the Ministry of Plantation Industries, supporting everything from fresh coconut trade to value-added products like coconut oil and fiber.
Founded Year
Ownership Type
Privately Held
Business Model
B2B (Business to Business)
Time Zone
Mission
To facilitate the industry's long-term commercial viability, sustainability, and national economic contribution, ensuring coconut and coconut products for home consumption and industry.
Vision
To be the highest contributor in the plantation sector to GDP from the coconut industry and a global leader in product-market diversification.
Core Values
Sustainability: Promoting sustainable production and eco-friendly products. Value Addition: Strengthening production and adding value to products. Innovation & Technology: Encouraging research, innovation, and technology adoption. Market Expansion: Enhancing exports and global market positioning. Farmer Welfare: Improving farmer livelihoods and industry resilience. Quality & Standards: Ensuring high-quality products through testing and certification.
Company Tagline
While a single tagline isn't explicitly stated in the primary snippets, their function is often described as "The Prime Facilitator of the Coconut Industry in Sri Lanka
Head Office Country
Sri Lanka